Nicole Richie Talks Christina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera may or may not have a fling going on with Samantha Ronson, but she’s definitely got a friend in Nicole Richie.

Of Christina Aguilera’s new interview with Redbook Magazine for their December issue, Nicole Richie tells the mag she doesn’t know a stronger woman than Xtina:

“It’s very clear through Christina’s music what a strong woman she is…But to watch her as a mother only skyrockets the respect I have for her. She is the woman who’s recording until 4 a.m. and up at 7 to be with her son. Her dedication to Max is incredible.”

Christina also may have hinted to the mag that all was not well on the home font. (The interview obviously being conducted before the split was announced.)

“My life is cyclical, I’m not a 9-to-5 woman who has the same kind of lifestyle for years on end. I couldn’t do it. I need the spontaneity, that thrill of change. That’s part of how I get inspired.”

Aguilera announced her split from husband Jordan Bratman just a few weeks ago. The couple has one son together, Max.